This is the 283rd most frequent Slovak word.
chcel
The Slovak word "chcel" means "wanted" in English.
'Chcel' here is used in the past tense to indicate a previous desire or intention.
V minulosti chcel byť lekárom.
In the past, he wanted to be a doctor.
In this context, 'chcel' is part of a conditional phrase used to express a hypothetical willingness.
Ak by chcel, mohol by nám pomôcť.
If he wanted, he could help us.
The verb 'chcel' here is used in a conditional form (meaning 'would like') to express a polite wish or desire.